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270 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING!

Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity

for your vehicle. Never overload them.

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Table of Contents3
Introduction9
Symbols Key10
Rollover Warning10
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations10
Symbol Glossary11
Getting to Know Your Vehicle15
Keys15
Key Fobs15
Sentry Key17
Ignition Switch18
Keyless Enter 'N Go™ Ignition18
Remote Start - if Equipped19
How to Use Remote Start19
To Exit Remote Start Mode20
Remote Start Front Defrost Activation20
If Equipped20
Remote Start Comfort Systems - if Equipped20
Remote Start Windshield Wiper De-Icer Activation21
If Equipped21
Remote Start Abort Message21
Vehicle Security System21
To Arm the System21
To Disarm the System22
Rearming of the System22
Security System Manual Override22
Doors22
Manual Door Locks22
Power Door Locks23
Keyless Enter 'N Go™ - Passive Entry23
Automatic Door Locks25
If Equipped25
Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit25
Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors25
Steering Wheel26
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column26
Heated Steering Wheel26
If Equipped26
Driver Memory Settings - if Equipped27
Programming the Memory Feature27
Linking and Unlinking the Remote Keyless Entry Key Fob to Memory27
Memory Position Recall28
Seats28
Manual Adjustment (Front Seats) - if Equipped28
Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats)29
Power Adjustment (Front Seats) - if Equipped30
Heated Seats - if Equipped31
Front Ventilated Seats32
If Equipped32
Head Restraints32
Uconnect Voice Recognition Quick34
Tips - if Equipped34
Introducing Voice Recognition34
Basic Voice Commands34
Get Started34
Additional Information34
Mirrors35
Inside Rearview Mirror35
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors35
Outside Mirrors36
Outside Mirrors with Turn36
Signal - if Equipped36
Power Adjustment Mirrors36
Folding Mirrors36
Heated Mirrors - if Equipped37
Universal Garage Door Opener (Homelink®)37
Before You Begin Programming Homelink37
Erasing All the Homelink® Channels37
Non-Rolling Code Device37
Programming Homelink® to a Garage Door38
Opener38
Programming Homelink® to a Miscellaneous Device38
Reprogramming a Single Homelink® Button39
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming39
Security40
Troubleshooting Tips40
Exterior Lights40
Multifunction Lever40
Headlight Switch40
Daytime Running Lights (Drls)41
If Equipped41
High/Low Beam Switch41
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control - if Equipped41
Flash-To-Pass41
Automatic Headlights - if Equipped42
Headlight Time Delay42
Lights-On Reminder42
Fog Lights - if Equipped42
Turn Signals43
Lane Change Assist43
Battery Saver Feature43
Interior Lights43
Interior Courtesy Lights43
Windshield Wipers and Washers45
Windshield Wiper Operation45
Rain Sensing Wipers - if Equipped46
Rear Window Wiper/Washer46
Windshield Wiper De-Icer47
If Equipped47
Climate Controls47
Automatic Climate Control Descriptions and Functions47
Manual Climate Control Descriptions and50
Functions50
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)52
Climate Voice Commands52
Operating Tips52
Interior Storage and Equipment54
Storage54
USB Control54
Power Outlets - if Equipped55
Wireless Charging Pad56
If Equipped56
Windows58
Power Window Controls58
Automatic Window Features58
Reset Auto-Up58
Window Lockout Switch59
Wind Buffeting59
Power Sunroof with Power Shade59
If Equipped59
Opening and Closing the Sunroof60
Venting Sunroof60
Opening and Closing the Power Sunshade60
Pinch Protect Feature61
Sunroof Maintenance61
Hood61
Opening the Hood61
Closing the Hood61
Liftgate62
Unlock/Open the Liftgate62
Lock/Close the Liftgate62
Power Liftgate - if Equipped62
Hands-Free Liftgate - if Equipped62
Cargo Area Features64
Roof Luggage Rack - if Equipped67
Getting to Know Your Instrument Panel68
Base / Midline Instrument Cluster68
Base / Midline Instrument Cluster Descriptions70
Premium Instrument Cluster71
Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions72
Instrument Cluster Display72
Instrument Cluster Display Location and Controls72
Oil Change Reset75
Display and Messages - if Equipped75
Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items76
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message - Electrical Load Reduction Actions - if Equipped82
Warning Lights and Messages83
Red Warning Lights83
Yellow Warning Lights85
Yellow Indicator Lights88
Green Indicator Lights89
White Indicator Lights90
Blue Indicator Lights90
Gray Indicator Lights90
Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd II90
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)91
Cybersecurity91
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance91
Programs91
Starting and Operating92
Starting the Engine92
Normal Starting92
Cold Weather Operation (below -22°F or −30°C)93
Extended Park Starting93
After Starting - Warming up the Engine93
If Engine Fails to Start93
Stopping the Engine94
Engine Break-In Recommendations94
Park Brake94
Electric Park Brake (EPB)94
Automatic Transmission97
Ignition Park Interlock98
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) System98
8-Speed Automatic Transmission98
Four-Wheel Drive Operation - if Equipped102
Jeep® Active Drive102
Selec-Terrain - if Equipped103
Mode Selection Guide103
Power Steering103
Stop/Start System - if Equipped104
Autostop Mode104
Possible Reasons the Engine Does Not Autostop104
To Start the Engine While in Autostop Mode105
To Manually Turn off the Stop/Start System105
To Manually Turn on the Stop/Start System105
System Malfunction105
Cruise Control Systems - if Equipped106
Cruise Control106
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)107
Traffic Sign Assist System115
If Equipped115
Activation/Deactivation115
Traffic Sign Assist Modes115
Indications on the Display115
Highway Assist System - if Equipped116
Operation116
Turning Highway Assist on or off117
Indications on the Display118
System Status119
System Operation/Limitations119
Parksense Front/Rear Park Assist120
System - if Equipped120
Parksense Sensors120
Parksense Warning Display120
Parksense Display120
Enabling and Disabling Parksense123
Service the Parksense Park Assist System123
Cleaning the Parksense System123
Parksense System Usage Precautions123
Side Distance Warning (SDW) System124
Parksense Active Park Assist126
System - if Equipped126
Enabling and Disabling the Parksense Active Park Assist System126
Parallel/Perpendicular Parking Space Assistance Operation127
Exiting the Parking Space129
Active Lane Management System130
If Equipped130
Active Lane Management Operation130
Turning Active Lane Management on or off131
Active Lane Management Warning Message131
Changing Active Lane Management Status132
Parkview Rear Back up Camera133
Surround View Camera System - if Equipped134
Zoom View135
Refueling the Vehicle136
Vehicle Loading136
Certification Label136
Trailer Towing137
Common Towing Definitions137
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)139
Trailer and Tongue Weight139
Towing Requirements140
Towing Tips142
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome)143
Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle143
Recreational Towing - Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models143
Recreational Towing - 4X4 Models144
Driving Tips144
On-Road Driving Tips144
Off-Road Driving Tips144
Multimedia146
Uconnect Systems146
Cybersecurity146
Uconnect Settings147
Customer Programmable Features147
Steering Wheel Audio Controls - if Equipped166
Radio Operation166
Media Mode166
Radio Operation and Mobile Phones166
Regulatory and Safety Information166
Safety167
Safety Features167
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)167
Rear Seat Reminder Alert (RSRA)168
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System168
Auxiliary Driving Systems173
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) - if Equipped173
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) with Mitigation - if Equipped177
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)179
Occupant Restraint Systems182
Occupant Restraint Systems Features182
Important Safety Precautions182
Seat Belt Systems183
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)190
Child Restraints202
Safety Tips212
Transporting Passengers212
Transporting Pets212
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle212
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle214
Exhaust Gas214
Carbon Monoxide Warnings214
In Case of Emergency215
Hazard Warning Flashers215
Sos Mirror - if Equipped215
Jacking and Tire Changing218
IF EQUIPPED B218
Preparations for Jacking218
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage219
Jacking Instructions220
Tire Service Kit - if Equipped222
Jump Starting227
Preparations for Jump Start228
Jump Starting Procedure228
Refueling in Emergency229
If Your Engine Overheats230
Gear Selector Override230
Freeing a Stuck Vehicle231
Towing a Disabled Vehicle232
Without the Key Fob233
With Key Fob233
4X4 Models233
Emergency Tow Hooks - if Equipped234
Enhanced Accident Response System (Ears)234
Event Data Recorder (Edr)234
Servicing and Maintenance235
Scheduled Servicing235
Maintenance Plan236
Engine Compartment238
L Engine238
Checking Oil Level239
Adding Washer Fluid239
Maintenance-Free Battery239
Pressure Washing240
Vehicle Maintenance240
Engine Oil240
Engine Oil Filter240
Engine Air Cleaner Filter241
Air Conditioner Maintenance241
Body Lubrication242
Wiper Blades242
Exhaust System245
Cooling System246
Brake System248
Automatic Transmission249
Fuses250
Bulb Replacement259
Tires266
Tire Safety Information266
Tires - General Information273
Tire Types276
Spare Tires - if Equipped277
Tire Rotation Recommendations278
Department of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades278
Treadwear278
Traction Grades278
Temperature Grades279
Storing the Vehicle279
Bodywork279
Protection from Atmospheric Agents279
Body and Underbody Maintenance280
Preserving the Bodywork281
Interiors281
Seats and Fabric Parts281
Plastic and Coated Parts282
Leather Surfaces282
Glass Surfaces282
Technical Specifications283
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)283
Brake System283
Wheel and Tire Torque Specifications283
Torque Specifications283
Fuel Requirements284
L Engine284
Reformulated Gasoline284
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends284
Usage in Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles285
CNG and LP Fuel System Modifications285
Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) in Gasoline285
Materials Added to Fuel285
Fuel System Cautions285
Fluid Capacities286
Engine Fluids and Lubricants286
Chassis Fluids and Lubricants287
Customer Assistance288
Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle288
Prepare for the Appointment288
Preparea List288
Be Reasonable with Requests288
If You Need Assistance288
Roadside Assistance288
FCA US LLC Customer Center290
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center290
Mexico290
Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands290
Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)290
Service Contract290
Warranty Information291
Mopar® Parts291
Reporting Safety Defects291
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C291
In Canada291
Publication Order Forms292
Change of Ownership or Address292
General Information292

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